CCSAA Issues Snow Shoes Guidelines for Snowshoeing on Cross Country Ski Trails

CCSAA, the association representing nordic ski areas throughout North America, issues guidelines for snowshoeing safety and etiquette when using snowshoes on cross country ski area trails.

The Snowshoe Trail Etiquette and Safety guidelines include the following:

- Keep off groomed ski tracks.
- Give skiers the right of way.
- Obey posted signs.
- Grooming vehicles may be on the trails -use caution.
- Remove snowshoes at road crossings.
- Return to lodge by closing.
- Snowshoe in designated areas.
- Choose trails appropriate to your ability and fitness.
- Never snowshoe alone.